In Indonesia, trash pickers make an average of Rp. 2,000,000 per year. This is significantly higher than the global average of Rp. 1,300,000 per year.
There are a number of reasons for this discrepancy. First, the cost of living in Indonesia is higher than in many other countries. Second, trash pickers in Indonesia are often able to collect a wider range of materials than their counterparts in other countries. This allows them to earn a higher income.
Despite the relatively …